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March 30, 2011
Burgers on the Grill... What Wine Do I Serve?
With spring in the air and the near-perfect weather in Phoenix, it's time to fire up the grill and make some burgers. We asked Pavle Milic, FnB co-owner and wine director, to pair up Martha's best burgers with wines that make them shine.
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March 23, 2011
Imbibe: Ariz. Wine Tasting at My Wine Cellar & Tempe Festival of the Arts
Arizona wines will be jumping off the racks at My Wine Cellar in Ahwatukee tonight as My Wine Helper founder Jim Wiskerchen hosts a $10 tasting of four homegrown wines today from 6 to 7:30 p.m. for $10 - $5 of which can be applied to the purchase of a bottle to take home with you.
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March 21, 2011
The Fixx's Americano
There's a certain art to pouring an espresso shot, and many baristas won't serve a shot of espresso if it's not perfect. Robbie Pfeffer, manager of The Fixx coffee shop and arts venue in Tempe, says some people take "the art of espresso shots" too seriously, but even he throws out his first shot ... More >>
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March 11, 2011
Brewed For Battle: American Brown Ale
Jonathan McNamaraSurly Bender, and Palo Santo Marron.At what point does one elevate from merely drinking beer to being a full-on beer snob? Answer: when you feel compelled to tell other people what to drink. And the inevitable result of this peculiar ailment is the beer argument. In the s ... More >>
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March 9, 2011
This Weekend: Devoured Phx Culinary Classic
Last year, Kai's table at Devoured was the most beautiful display of all.Over the last few years, the Valley of the Sun has become the Valley of the Culinary Festivals. A handful of must-visit food- and wine-tasting events is now a sprawling season of eating, from East Valley to West. ... More >>
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March 7, 2011
Sola Coffee Bar's Agave Latte
Sola Coffee Bar's agave latteSola is a hip little coffee bar in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, and it offers a nice reprieve from daytime window shopping. Outside, retirees ogle eagle and horse sculptures while BMWs jockey for parking spaces with Mustangs. But inside Sola, people inhale the sc ... More >>
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March 4, 2011
Why the Great Arizona Beer Festival Ain't So Great
If you've looked over the vendor list for the beer festival set to be held Saturday at Tempe Beach Park, you might have noticed something odd. At an event that bills itself as the Great Arizona Beer Festival, several of Arizona's greatest breweries -- Papago, Barrio, Nimbus, and this little ... More >>
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March 3, 2011
David Johnson Pours Big Bad Reds and Spills Stories at Avalon
Wine dinners with Sommelier David Johnson always feel more like an eccentric dinner party with an array of characters you never knew you wanted to meet but suddenly can't believe you didn't know. Johnson is the most popular guy in school: No, not the quarterback who got all the girls, but the gregar ... More >>
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February 21, 2011
Strong Beer Festival 2011: Rain-Soaked Impressions
Zach FowleRain-soaked but thirsty for beer!In case you missed it (or you're just awakening from a beer-induced coma and need a reminder) AZ Beer Week is in full effect. If, like Benjamin Franklin, you believe beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy, get ready to worship at yo ... More >>
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February 18, 2011
Craft Beer Competition and Sampling Event and Grilled Oysters in Today's Eater's Digest
Tastespotting.com Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives? Craft Beer Tasting Tonight! Join beer brewers, beer judges and beer lovers at Taste of Tops tonight for the first round of judging for the Great Arizona Beer Festival Craft Beer Competi ... More >>
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February 18, 2011
Craft Beer Competition and Sampling Event and Grilled Oysters in Today's Eater's Digest
Tastespotting.com Hungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives? Craft Beer Tasting Tonight! Join beer brewers, beer judges and beer lovers at Taste of Tops tonight for the first round of judging for the Great Arizona Beer Festival Craft Beer Competi ... More >>
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February 18, 2011
Pavle Milic Pours His Heart Out at Ignite Phoenix 9
Photo courtesy of virtualwayfarer via FlickrIgnite Phoenix 9 happened a week ago, and we at Chow Bella are still aflame about the food-related topics discussed. As food writers and lovers of fermented liquids, we were most excited about the presentations of Maureen Basenberg, founder of the A ... More >>
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February 18, 2011
AZ Beer Week's Must-See Events
matchingfoodandwine.com Arizona Beer Week, once upon a time just a twinkle in the eye of desert-dwelling beer lovers, is now upon us -- and has grown to juggernaut proportions. As our mom likes to say, you can't swing a dead cat without hitting a beer week event. With somewhere in the ne ... More >>
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February 16, 2011
Arizona Beer Week, You're Breaking Our Little Craft Beer Hearts
We got word that Arizona was going to get its very own beer week back in November and we have been giddy ever since. More than just a one-day beer festival, we would finally join the ranks of real cities and get a whole glorious week! But when we heard there were going to be at least 150 differen ... More >>
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February 14, 2011
Strong Beer Fest Names Captain Squeegee Headliner
Captain Squeegee has the tough task of filling 2 Tone Lizard Kings checkerboard shoes at this year's Strong Beer Festival.First, some sad news: 2 Tone Lizard Kings will not be playing this Saturday's Strong Beer Festival at Steele Indian School Park. When organizers approached the Mesa ska band t ... More >>
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February 10, 2011
Brewed For Battle: Fruit Lambics
Jonathan McNamaraDelicious lambics.At what point does one elevate from merely drinking beer to being a full-on beer snob? Answer: when you feel compelled to tell other people what to drink. And the inevitable result of this peculiar ailment is the beer argument. In the spirit of all great be ... More >>
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February 9, 2011
Wine, Winemakers and Winos: What You Missed at the Paso Robles Winemaker Dinner
Where there is wine and winemakers, you can be damn sure there will be winos, which is why we hit the trifecta at the Paso Robles winemaker dinner at Petite Maison this Monday. The winemakers of Paso Robles showcased their signature Rhône varietal blends with a five-course meal Chef James Porter s ... More >>
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February 3, 2011
Brewed For Battle: Double IPA
Jonathan McNamaraHopslam, Twin Sisters, and Breckenridge 471.At what point does one elevate from merely drinking beer to being a full-on beer snob? Answer: when you feel compelled to tell other people what to drink. And the inevitable result of this peculiar ailment is the beer argument. In ... More >>
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January 31, 2011
New in CenPho: Rum Bar at The Breadfruit
Dwayne Allen and Danielle Leoni, the folks behind cheerful Jamaican restaurant The Breadfruit, just opened Rum Bar in the space next door to the restaurant, serving nearly 70 kinds of premium rum, from smooth, young spirits to exquisite aged reserve varieties. There are also several kin ... More >>
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January 25, 2011
Noca's Italian Wine Dinner and Mexican Pizzas in Today's Eater's Digest
www.acouplecooks.comHungry for your early morning serving of food news, with no preservatives or additives?Noca's Italian Wine DinnerLeave it to Noca to take their January 27th wine dinner to a whole new level of awesome. Not only will the wine be shipped straight to Noca from Italy, the g ... More >>
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January 13, 2011
Arizona Beer Week Events Announced
We like beer and so do you, which is why we're psyched to announce the list of events currently on tap for the first-ever Arizona Beer Week. Months ago, we announced plans to organize the inaugural festival for February 19-26. Sponsored by the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild, this first-ever statewi ... More >>
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December 30, 2010
2010 Redux: Bottom of the Barrel
Erica O'Neil Wink, a flirty little wine that exceeds its three buck price point. Which other bargain wines made the cut?In the spirit of tying up loose ends, we're recapping some of our favorite food-related finds of the year. We've already recapped the Best Books, Battle of the Dishes, Jus ... More >>
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December 16, 2010
Clint Manning at Canteen
Zach FowleClint ManningHaving been open a scant two months, Canteen Modern Tequila Bar (640 S. Mill Ave., 480-773-7135) is still the new kid in town, though it sure doesn't seem like it. One glance at the line snaking out the door of the tequileria each weekend will have you thinking the pla ... More >>
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December 14, 2010
The 10 Best Cocktails for Your Holiday Party
Party season is full swing and the best way to make your holiday party a hit is to serve the best drinks in town. We have compiled a list of our favorite cocktails based on holiday desserts. Pick one to serve as a signature drink or stock up and try them all! 1. Sugar Cookie Martini - ... More >>
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December 13, 2010
Wild Vines Blackberry Merlot
Flickr- darwin bell Wild Vine's blackberry merlot, a classy alternative to grape juice and grain alcohol. Anyone who has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager pile ... More >>
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December 8, 2010
What Wine Should I Give My Boss for the Holidays?
UNCORK THE ISSUE: What wine should I give my boss for the holidays? SPILL THE JUICE: "It depends on who your boss is and what he or she likes," says Stephanie Caraway, the southwestern regional manager at Terlato Wines International. We press her for a wine gift guide broken down by industry... we ... More >>
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December 2, 2010
Music to Your Beers
Get your booze on without judgment
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December 1, 2010
How Should I Plan a Wine Tour Vacation?
UNCORK THE ISSUE: How should I plan a wine tour vacation? SPILL THE JUICE: "Pick a region, know it proficiently, and try to taste as much as possible and experience as much as possible in that region," says Christine Wisniewski, the owner of Caffe Boa with her husband, Jay, and a certified sommelier ... More >>
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November 24, 2010
A Wine Breakfast with David Mirassou: What's it like to be part of America's oldest winemaking family?
UNCORK THE ISSUE: We meet David Mirassou for breakfast and an early morning wine tasting at Vincent's Market Bistro and ask him, "What's it like to be part of America's oldest winemaking family?" School's so much more fun with food and wine involved... SPILL THE JUICE: "It's tough because I have so ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Four Loko Lemon-Lime
When we heard that Four Loko "alcoholic energy drinks" were being called "blackout in a can" and that the FDA recently banned their current formulas, we decided we had to try it.Phusion Projects, the company that makes Four Loko, has announced it will remove caffeine, taurine, and guarana fr ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Latte Throwdown Coming to Lola Coffee
Sometimes the simplest things can make a big difference in your day, like the care your barista puts into swirling espresso and foamy milk into an intricate design that brings a smile to your face. It's art that's more ephemeral than a Buddhist mandala, around for a matter of seconds un ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Brewed For Battle: Doppelbock
Claire LawtonAventinus, Salvator, Celebrator, and Liberator.At what point does one elevate from merely drinking beer to being a full-on beer snob? Answer: when you feel compelled to tell other people what to drink. And the inevitable result of this peculiar ailment is the beer argument. In t ... More >>
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November 22, 2010
Foxhorn Chardonnay
Erica O'Neil Foxhorn Chardonnay's cute little fox mascot, beckoning you down the forest path to drunkenness. Anyone who has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager p ... More >>
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November 15, 2010
Cave Creek Coffee Company's Bacon Infused Mocha Coffee
E. GrovesWe love any excuse to visit Cave Creek, but one of the best reasons to visit this sleepy arts community is Cave Creek Coffee Company's new Bacon Infused Mocha Coffee.That's right -- "bacon infused." Seems like bacon-flavored drinks are all the rage these days, and we'll admit the idea di ... More >>
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November 15, 2010
Oak Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
Erica O'Neil Does this empty bottle of Oak Creek portend an awesome BoB find? Anyone who has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager pile of pennies, we've scraped th ... More >>
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November 9, 2010
Fuego Bistro Owner Opening Fuego Tacos at the Esplanade
Imagine Fuego Bistro's signature roasted pork on a taco, and that'll be Fuego Tacos. Yum. Remember Nixon's, the Esplanade watering hole for political junkies? I sure do -- for ages, it was a favorite New Times hangout, where the edit staff would pow-wow upstairs with snacks and cocktails. Sin ... More >>
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November 1, 2010
Giant Coffee's Honey Vanilla Latte
We make regular trips to Giant Coffee for their delicious scones, but this past weekend, we had a different kind of sweet tooth. We were craving a sugary, flavorful iced coffee -- and boy, did we get it, with Giant Coffee's Honey Vanilla Latte.
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November 1, 2010
Cape Peak Syrah
Erica O'Neil Drink enough Cape Peak syrah so that tacky wallpaper becomes palatable. Anyone who has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager pile of pennies, we've scr ... More >>
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October 29, 2010
5 Ways to Drink Your Halloween Candy
mixthatdrink.comA rainbow of vodka flavors.Candy is dandy, liquor is quicker, so combining candy AND liquor must be a jovial jaunt to inebriation.If you've got a bowl full of Halloween candy and some alcohol in your cabinet, why not get creative and really trick-or-treat.Here are 5 ideas to ... More >>
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October 25, 2010
Flat Rock Pinot Grigio
Erica O'Neil Flat Rock pinot grigio, ready for drinkin'.Anyone who has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager pile of pennies, we've scraped the Bottom of the Barrel ... More >>
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October 22, 2010
Todd and Tami Hudalla of What's Your Grind
Kelly GreenThe business: What's Your Grind Gourmet Coffee Roasters What they're packin': Fresh roasted coffee beans and brewed coffee Where you can find them: Pick up a pound or two on Saturdays at Roadrunner Park Farmer's Market from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. or on Sundays at the Ahwatukee Farmer's M ... More >>
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October 19, 2010
Dave's Electric Brewpub: Happy Hour Report Card
Erica O'Neil The amber ale, black lit by a neon sign, at Dave's Electric Brewpub.The Spot: Dave's Electric Brewpub, 502 S. College Ave, Tempe, 480-967-5353 http://www.daveselectricbrewpub.com The Hours: Monday through Saturday from 4-7 pm, and then again from 10:30- close. Happy hour deal ... More >>
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October 15, 2010
Brewed For Battle: Oktoberfest
Jonathan McNamaraAvery Brewing Co.'s The Kaiser (left) and Victory Festbier. At what point does one elevate from merely drinking beer to being a full-on beer snob? Answer: when you feel compelled to tell other people what to drink. And the inevitable result of this peculiar ailment is the bee ... More >>
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October 11, 2010
Grinders Coffee Co's Viennese Mocha
E. GrovesWe're in love. Just when we thought we'd tried every caffeinated beverage imaginable and gotten sick of coffee, we stumbled upon Grinders Coffee Co in Sunnyslope, and their amazing Viennese Mocha.Grinders proprietor Dennis Miller is a coffee connoisseur, and the Viennese Mocha is a java ... More >>
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October 5, 2010
Iruna: Happy Hour Report Card
Erica O'Neil The spread at Iruna's happy hour. The Spot: Iruña, 7217 E First Street, Scottsdale, 480-398-3020 http://www.irunaaz.com/ The Hours: La Hora Feliz is celebrated every day of the week at Iruña, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The Details: Sangria or a Smirnoff-based beverage will run y ... More >>
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September 17, 2010
This Weekend: Pillsbury Wine Tasting Room Grand Opening
Meet winemaker Sam Pillsbury (above, center) and taste his new releases at this weekend's tasting room shindig.Looking for a weekend road trip idea? I suggest a jaunt up to Cottonwood, where winemaker Sam Pillsbury is hosting a grand opening party for his new wine tasting room and gallery ... More >>
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September 13, 2010
Charles Shaw "Two Buck Chuck" Sauvignon Blanc
inhisgrace- Flickr Nine bottles of Two Buck Chuck will have you smiling like this, too.Anyone that has searched the couch cushions for a handful of change knows that boozing on an extreme budget can be a risky proposition. To help you decide how to spend that meager pile of pennies, we've ... More >>
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September 9, 2010
Bill DeGroot at Quiessence
Bill DeGroot Bill DeGroot is an oddity for us here at Behind the Bar, for he no longer works behind the bar at all. A veteran of the cocktail scene for more than 15 years, DeGroot paid his dues at establishments throughout the valley, including Star-Spangled Tavern, Canal, E ... More >>
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September 2, 2010
Latte Art with Jen Macias at Cartel Coffee Lab
From a "glorified latte slinger" at a Starbucks drive-thru to barista to manager to the director of education and training at Cartel Coffee Lab, Jen Macias knows her way around a cup of joe. Today she shows us step-by-step how to make your latte not only look pretty sweet but also taste really damn ... More >>
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August 23, 2010
Caffiend: X-Drinx Kosmic Kola
When it comes to high-octane sodas, few brands can compare to Jolt cola, which generally packs more than twice the caffeine of supercharged pops like Mountain Dew. But one fairly new "energy cola," X-Drinx, comes pretty darn close to Jolt-power.A 12-ounce bottle of X-Drinx Kosmic Kola contains un ... More >>
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